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How to Travel from

Christchurch to Hamilton

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$35.87–$206.52

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$163.04
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Tauranga
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$315.22
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Auckland
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$46.74–$239.13
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to Rotorua
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$304.35
Plane from Christchurch International Airport to New
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$250.00

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Christchurch to Picton
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$39.13
Bus from Wellington - Central to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.70–$54.35
Bus from Auckland International Airport to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$13.04–$29.35
Bus from Rotorua Airport to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$29.35
Bus from Waitara to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$18.48–$33.70

InterCity Link

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/?utm_source=Google_Maps&utm_medium=G_Transit%2B&utm_campaign=G_Transit
Bus from Auckland International Airport to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$8.15–$16.30

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Christchurch to Picton
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$97.83–$252.83

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Wellington to Hamilton
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$108.70–$130.43

Other operators

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries

Phone:
+64 4 471 6188
Website:
bluebridge.co.nz/
Other from Picton to Wellington
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$36.96–$152.17

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Christchurch to Hamilton?

The cheapest way to get from Christchurch to Hamilton is to fly and bus which costs $46.74 - $228.26 and takes 5h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Christchurch to Hamilton?

The fastest way to get from Christchurch to Hamilton is to fly which takes 4h 44m and costs $59.78 - $173.91 .

How far is it from Christchurch to Hamilton?

The distance between Christchurch and Hamilton is 694 km.

How do I travel from Christchurch to Hamilton without a car?

The best way to get from Christchurch to Hamilton without a car is to train and car ferry which takes 19h 46m and costs $239.13 - $543.48 .

How long does it take to get from Christchurch to Hamilton?

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Christchurch to Hamilton, including transfers.

Train, bus or fly from Christchurch to Hamilton?

The best way to get from Christchurch to Hamilton is to fly which takes 4h 44m and costs $59.78 - $173.91 . There are no good options to train or bus between Christchurch to Hamilton.

Where can I stay near Hamilton?

There are 378+ hotels available in Hamilton. Prices start at $50.67 per night.
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